NASA Kennedy Space Center/cSETR Program
Trip to the Cape
July 26-30, 2010
What is It?
The Center for Space Exploration Technology Research at The University of Texas at El Paso is
sponsoring an opportunity for El Paso County, Texas, middle school students (7th-8th grades) to
participate in a NASA grant-funded educational program. The program will provide funding for
students to travel to the NASA Kennedy Space Center in Cocoa Beach, Florida, to attend an
education forum, hands-on activities and tour of the center. In addition, program activities are
currently scheduled to coincide with the expected launch of STS-134, which is space shuttle
Endeavour’s final mission to the International Space Station. STS-134 is currently scheduled for
July 29, 2010 at 7:51 a.m. EDT. This mission will be the second to last shuttle mission.
[However, please be aware that NASA does not guarantee the viewing of the launch.]
How Much Does it Cost?
This program is grant funded by NASA Minority University Research and Education Programs
(MUREP) Small Programs (MSP) and The University of Texas at El Paso Center for Space
Exploration Technology Research (cSETR). Travel, lodging, and meals will be provided
throughout the week. Spending money for the purchase souvenirs or other incidentals is
recommended.
When and Where is It?
Students will travel as a group from The University of Texas at El Paso to the NASA Kennedy
Space Center, Cocoa Beach, Florida, via airlines and rental vans.
Travel days: July 26, 2010 and July 30, 2010
Program days: July 27-29, 2010
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Students attending the program will meet each morning on the UM campus. Instructional
settings include the College of Engineering, the Medical School, the Departments of Chemistry
and Physics, and labs located around the campus.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
You are eligible to apply if:
* You will enter the 7th OR 8th grade in June, 2010
* You have an interest in science, mathematics, or engineering
* You send us a complete application, including a letter of recommendation postmarked
no later than June 1, 2010
* No previous experience in math, science or engineering is necessary; however, a desire
to learn is.
How Do I Apply?
Complete the entire student application form. Use black ink or black type. Give the
recommendation form to the person you have chosen to recommend you. Remember that your
recommendation must be from a math or science teacher. We will not consider an
application until it is complete, including a letter of recommendation. Return your completed
application by June 1, 2010.
Selected applicants will be notified by June 18, 2010. All applicants will be invited to attend a
NASA research activity at UTEP in July.
For More Information or Questions, Please Contact:
Elizabeth Gates, Program Coordinator
Center for Space Exploration Technology Research (cSETR)
College of Engineering, M-305
500 W. University Avenue
El Paso, Texas 79968
Phone: (915) 747-5514
Email: [email protected]
NASA Kennedy Space Center/cSETR Program
Trip to the Cape
APPLICATION FORM
Sponsored by The University of Texas at El Paso Center for Space Exploration Technology
Research and the NASA Minority University Research and Education Programs
One Session Only July 26 - 30, 2010
A complete application includes: this form completed, a 700 – 1,000 word essay, and one
letter of recommendation from a math or science teacher. Applications must be
postmarked by June 1, 2010.
1.
___________________________________________________________________________
Student's Last Name
First
Middle
Grade
2.
___________________________________________________________________________
Home Address: Number and Street
City
State
Zip
3. (_____)____________________________________________________________________
Home Phone:
Student's Date of Birth
Parent’s Email Address
Area Code/Number
4. Father's Name: _______________________________ Day Time Phone (
)____________
Father's Occupation*: _________________________________________________________
Father's Address: ____________________________________________________________
5. Mother's Name: _______________________________ Day Time Phone (
)____________
Mother's Occupation*:_________________________________________________________
Mother's Address: ___________________________________________________________
6. Name of Student's Middle/Junior High School: _____________________________________
School Address: _____________________________________________________________
School Phone: (__ )________________
School District: ___________________________
7. Name of School Student will be attending in the Fall of 2010 (if same, write same):
___________________________________________________________________________
*this information will not affect student’s application. It is only used anonymously for data
collection purposes.
8. Please list the science courses you have taken since 6th grade and the letter grade you
received.
Course: ____________________________
Letter Grade: ___________________
Course: ____________________________
Letter Grade: ___________________
Course: ____________________________
Letter Grade: ___________________
9. Please list the math courses you have taken since 6th grade and the letter grade you
received.
Course: _____________________________
Letter Grade: ____________________
Course: _____________________________
Letter Grade: ____________________
Course: _____________________________
Letter Grade: _____________________
10. Please describe any special experiences you have had or people who have encouraged your
interest in science or engineering.
___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
12. How large is your middle/junior high school?
___ 50-100 Students
___ 100-300 Students
___ Over 300 Students
13. Do you have any special dietary requirements or physical limitations? ___YES
___ NO
If YES, please describe:______________________________________________________
(Optional): I am: ___African American/Black ___ Asian/Asian American ___ American
Indian ___Caucasian ___Hispanic ___ East Indian/Pakistani
Other Specify:___________________
15 Personal Essay. A brief, personal essay is required from each applicant. Please write a
statement (700-1,000 words) in the space below using the following three questions:
o Why do we explore space? o We went to the moon. Where will we go next? o Why would I like to work for NASA? Please explain each point thoroughly. Write legibly and use additional paper as
necessary. If you prefer to type your response, please attach the additional pages to the
application package.
Applicant Signature: ______________________________________
Return your complete application form to:
Elizabeth Gates, Program Coordinator
Center for Space Exploration Technology Research (cSETR)
College of Engineering, M-305
500 W. University Avenue
El Paso, Texas 79968
Phone: (915) 747-5514
Email: [email protected]
Applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2010.
Date: _____________
NASA Kennedy Space Center/cSETR Program
Trip to the Cape
APPLICATION FORM
Sponsored by The University of Texas at El Paso Center for Space Exploration Technology
Research and the NASA Minority University Research and Education Programs
To the Student Applicant: Please complete the top two lines of this form. Give the form and a
stamped, addressed business sized envelope to the teacher recommending you, and remind him
or her that the recommendation is due by June 1, 2010.
Student's Name:__________________________________School Name:__________________
School District: ___________________________________City: _________________________
To the Teacher Completing this Form: The student named above is applying to The
University of Texas at El Paso cSETR/NASA KSC Education Forum: Trip to the Cape. The
program will provide funding for students to travel to the NASA Kennedy Space Center in Cocoa
Beach, Florida, to attend an education forum, hands-on activities and tour of the center. In
addition, program activities are currently scheduled to coincide with the expected launch of STS134, which is space shuttle Endeavour’s final mission to the International Space Station. STS134 is currently scheduled for July 29, 2010 at 7:51 a.m. EDT. This mission will be the second to
last shuttle mission. [However, please be aware that NASA does not guarantee the viewing of
the launch.] Students should be interested in science, math or engineering, but no previous
experience is necessary. This letter is due by June 1, 2010.
Please keep this letter confidential. You may mail it to the address below, return it to the student
in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal, or send an electronic version to:
[email protected].
With your knowledge of the applicant, please provide information on the following:
Your Name:__________________________________________Title:_____________________
Employer: ____________________________________________Day Time Phone:__________
Address: __________________________________________________________Zip:________
1. In what capacity do you know this student:
_____________________________________________________________________________
2. If the applicant has been your student, what courses did you teach this student, when, and
what was her letter grade in the course?__________________________________________
3. Briefly comment on the special qualities that this student has that the selection committee
should know about._____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
OVER
4. Relative to other students in her age group, the student's behavior is:
___ Immature
___ Normal
___ Very Mature
___ Exceptional
Comment:
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
5. Does this student interact well with her peers? Please Explain:
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
6. Does this student have any particular behavior problems? Please
Explain:______________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
7. Does this student respect the rights and differences of other people? Please
Explain:______________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
8. Please provide any additional comments about the applicant's qualifications for participation
in this program.
9. Signature:_____________________________________________ Date: ________________
Thank you for your recommendation. Please return this form to:
Elizabeth Gates, Program Coordinator
Center for Space Exploration Technology Research (cSETR)
College of Engineering, M-305
500 W. University Avenue
El Paso, Texas 79968
Phone: (915) 747-5514
Email: [email protected]
Or return it to the student in a sealed envelope with your signature across the seal.
Applications must be postmarked by June 1, 2010.
Please phone or email if you have additional questions: (915) 747-5514, [email protected]